The long-running and fan-favorite horror series Final Destination is set to make its return with Final Destination Bloodlines, bringing a new chapter of supernatural terror to the big screen. Scheduled for a theatrical and IMAX release on May 16, 2025, in the U.S. (and internationally beginning May 14), the film promises to continue the franchise’s tradition of chilling premonitions and inescapable fate.
The upcoming installment features a fresh ensemble cast, including Kaitlyn Santa Juana (The Friendship Game, The Flash), Teo Briones (Chucky, Will vs. The Future), Richard Harmon (The 100, The Age of Adaline), Owen Patrick Joyner (Julie and the Phantoms, 100 Things to Do Before High School), and Anna Lore (They/Them, Gotham Knights). Also joining the cast are Brec Bassinger (Stargirl, Bella and the Bulldogs) and horror icon Tony Todd, who reprises his role from the original Final Destination films. Todd, best known for his chilling portrayal of the titular character in the Candyman franchise, returns his signature presence to the screen.
Tragically, Tony Todd passed away on November 6, 2024, at his home in Marina del Rey, California, at the age of 69. The cause of death has not been disclosed. With a career spanning decades, Todd delivered unforgettable performances in films like Platoon, The Crow, and the Final Destination series and in television classics such as Star Trek: The Next Generation and The X-Files. His contributions to horror and cinema as a whole leave behind an enduring legacy.
Helming the project are directors Adam Stein and Zach Lipovsky, the filmmaking duo behind Freaks and Kim Possible. The script is penned by Guy Busick (Ready or Not, Scream) and Lori Evans Taylor (Cellar Door, Bed Rest), based on a story conceived by Jon Watts (Spider-Man: No Way Home, Cop Car), who collaborated with Busick and Taylor. The film builds on the universe originally created by Jeffrey Reddick, whose Final Destination concept has spawned multiple entries and cemented itself as a horror staple.
The production is backed by genre veterans, with Craig Perry (Final Destination franchise, American Pie franchise) and Sheila Hanahan Taylor producing alongside Jon Watts (Atlanta, Cop Car) and Toby Emmerich (The Flash, The Butterfly Effect). Executive producers include David Siegel and Warren Zide, who have previously been involved in the franchise’s success.
Behind the scenes, the film is crafted by a talented crew, including cinematographer Christian Sebaldt (Resident Evil: Apocalypse, House on Haunted Hill), production designer Rachel O’Toole (Upload, The 9th Life of Louis Drax), and editor Sabrina Pitre (Freaks, Love, Death & Robots). The music, composed by Tim Wynn (Freaks, Supernatural), and costume design by Michelle Hunter (The Butterfly Effect, Fifty Shades of Grey), further set the tone for the movie’s eerie atmosphere.
While details of the plot remain under wraps, the film’s trailer has already hinted at intense, suspense-filled sequences and the signature elaborate death setups that have defined the Final Destination series. Based on the sneak peek, fans can expect a mix of nostalgia and fresh twists that keep the franchise’s core elements intact while exploring new dimensions of fate and horror.
With an exciting cast, a seasoned creative team, and a legacy of inventive horror storytelling, Final Destination Bloodlines has set the stage for a thrilling new entry in the franchise. Whether it will live up to the legacy of its predecessors remains to be seen, but based on the trailer, it looks like an exhilarating ride for horror fans.